It’s vital to the Christian life that we as sons and daughters of the most high God allow our affections to be stirred by the loving, powerful nature of our heavenly Father. Too often we feel that God is distant or separated from us. Too often we allow misconceptions or lies to place a rift between us and our experiencing God. So as we spend time this week focusing on God’s character, allow who he is to stir up your desire to know him even more.

God's Character

Joy–a deep sense of well-being, regardless of circumstances–is accessible in a far-from-perfect world. Over the next five days, I hope you’ll get a taste of how good God is, even when the world is in chaos, and find that we have every reason to celebrate, to laugh, even to throw parties as we contemplate our place in God’s beautiful kingdom.

Life Is Hard. God Is Good. Let's Dance.

It’s so easy to be exhausted by the world – by the confusion, chaos, the constant striving for more, the constant push for success. In the constant noise, it’s easy to lose sight of all we have to be thankful for – all the things our amazing Father has provided to us over and above what we deserve. As you go through this plan's devotionals, use this time to stop. Take a break from the noise around you and meditate on our Saviour King and the abundance of His care, love and provision for you and your life. 


Real Hope: Abundant Provision

Inspired by best-selling author Janette Oke and the Hallmark Channel original TV series  When Calls the Heart , these devotions from Hope Valley are about finding moments of grace, joy, and beauty amid the unexpected circumstances of life. In this reading plan, Brian Bird, Executive Producer and Co-Creator of  When Calls the Heart , and Michelle Cox illuminate the “God-moments” from the fictional, 1910 mining town of Hope Valley. The stories of faith, hope, and love from each episode will inspire and encourage you with wonderful virtues and relatable life lessons. Photos used in the plan images and throughout the reading plan are copyright © 2018 Jordan Blackstone and Crown Media Networks, LLC, and used by permission. 

When God Calls The Heart: Devotions From Hope Valley

The Bible tells us that "in His presence is fullness of joy" and that "the joy of the Lord is our strength". Joy isn't simply another emotion; it is a fruit of the Spirit and one of the best weapons in your arsenal to fight against discouragement, depression, and defeat.  Learn what the Bible has to say about joy, and strengthening yourself to become a defiantly joyful Christian.

A Jolt of Joy

In John 16, the disciples are nervous, scared, and confused that Jesus is leaving, and the world will turn against them. Jesus tells them that no matter what happens next, they are not alone. The Spirit will guide them, the Father loves them, and Jesus will come back for them. No matter what comes through those doors, Jesus has won the battle; we can trust what we can’t always see.

No Matter What Comes Through Those Doors

Do you ever feel like you just can’t catch a break in life? I have good news—you don’t have to live broken and defeated. God gives us the ability to rise above our challenges and live with supernatural joy—and we find the keys in the book of Philippians. I invite you to journey with me to know Christ deeper and gain practical tools for living from God’s perspective!

Perspective Shift

As we live this bold life for Him, there is no stopping what He can do. The gospel will spread like a wildfire and people will glorify God for His amazing love. The Turn My Eyes Devotional walks through the message of each song on the Turn My Eyes EP. Thank you for joining us on this journey! -Bonray

Turn My Eyes - a 7-Day Devotional by Bonray

We can sometimes see our days as a day-to-day dredge leaving us tired, overwhelmed, and depleted. God wants so much more for us. God has given us life — a life to be filled with joy if we allow it. In this 4-day plan, learn how to seek joy often.  

Joy